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Family Home Re-Imaged for Empty Nesters
Family Home Re-Imaged for Empty Nesters
Donna J. Barr Interior DesignDonna J. Barr Interior Design
Inspiration for a medium sized traditional carpeted u-shaped wood railing staircase in Orange County with carpeted risers and feature lighting.
V.M. Railing Installation
V.M. Railing Installation
The Stair Repair, LLCThe Stair Repair, LLC
Updated stair rail, balusters and posts in raised ranch
Design ideas for a medium sized classic carpeted u-shaped staircase in New York with carpeted risers.
McIllree
McIllree
Trentwood HomesTrentwood Homes
Design ideas for a large wood u-shaped glass railing staircase in Other with open risers.
Riders Way Town House
Riders Way Town House
The Handy LionThe Handy Lion
The Handy Lion This light fixture was added to greatly increase the curb appeal in the evenings. The window overlooks the front driveway and community access road.
Simi Valley 2008
Simi Valley 2008
M&M StairsM&M Stairs
Photo of a medium sized traditional u-shaped staircase in Los Angeles.
Ajout Ahuntsic 2
Ajout Ahuntsic 2
Studio MMA Architecture + DesignStudio MMA Architecture + Design
Medium sized modern wood u-shaped metal railing staircase in Montreal with open risers.
Rio Vista Interior Design
Rio Vista Interior Design
HCD Group CorpHCD Group Corp
Stair design by Añil Arquitectura. Custom concrete stairs covered in custom wooden panels. Just a beautiful masterpiece. Picture by Antonio Chagin
Inspiration for a large modern wood u-shaped staircase in Miami with wood risers.
Spiral Staircase - New Build Aberdeen
Spiral Staircase - New Build Aberdeen
Complete Stair Systems LtdComplete Stair Systems Ltd
Special external steel stringer
Inspiration for a medium sized contemporary wood u-shaped staircase in Hampshire with open risers.
Sunset Park – Coastal; Custom Waterfront
Sunset Park – Coastal; Custom Waterfront
Sunset Properties of Tampa BaySunset Properties of Tampa Bay
Photo of a large contemporary wood u-shaped wire cable railing staircase in Tampa with painted wood risers.
Stairs
Stairs
Tristram DesignTristram Design
Lots of glass and open stair case give a feeling of light and room in this Mew House Alyson Jackson-Petts
Design ideas for a small contemporary wood u-shaped glass railing staircase in London with metal risers.
OzStair - Drummoyne
OzStair - Drummoyne
OzStair Pty LtdOzStair Pty Ltd
Open Risers, Closed Stringer Construction. Stringer are of Mild Steel 250 x 10mm with 80mm NSW Spotted Gum Treads with fixings concealed. 12mm Frame less Glass Balustrade with 50 x 25mm Stainless Steel Handrail.
Sherboune
Sherboune
josee6689josee6689
Photo of a medium sized traditional wood u-shaped staircase in Ottawa with wood risers.
Interior Painting Projects
Interior Painting Projects
CertaPro Painters - Grand RapidsCertaPro Painters - Grand Rapids
Inspiration for a medium sized classic carpeted u-shaped wood railing staircase in Grand Rapids with carpeted risers.
Residencia AS2
Residencia AS2
www.a3arquitectos.comwww.a3arquitectos.com
Andres Alarcon
Medium sized modern wood u-shaped staircase in Other with metal risers.
Parkhill Courtyard House
Parkhill Courtyard House
New Century Design Inc.New Century Design Inc.
This is an example of a medium sized contemporary wood u-shaped staircase in Calgary with open risers.
New Hampshire Cape
New Hampshire Cape
HAYNES & GARTHWAITE ARCHITECTSHAYNES & GARTHWAITE ARCHITECTS
Medium sized classic wood u-shaped staircase in Manchester with painted wood risers.
Delta Executive
Delta Executive
Clay Construction Inc.Clay Construction Inc.
Inspiration for a medium sized classic carpeted u-shaped staircase in Vancouver with carpeted risers.
Oakwood
Oakwood
A4 ArchitectureA4 Architecture
Photos by A4 Architecture. For more information about A4 Architecture + Planning and Oakwood visit www.A4arch.com
Inspiration for an expansive traditional carpeted u-shaped staircase in Providence with carpeted risers.
Villa Esse
Villa Esse
b5 art Arch Studiob5 art Arch Studio
photo by Adriano Pecchio soffitto in legno, travature a soffitto in legno sbiancato, scala interna su disegno con sottorampa eseguito il lastra di acciaio spazzolato. Palette colori: Bianco gesso, rosso scuro, lime, pistacchio
Custom 2-Story Signature Bali on the Big Island
Custom 2-Story Signature Bali on the Big Island
Bamboo Living HomesBamboo Living Homes
Jonathan Davis: www.photokona.com
This is an example of a world-inspired wood u-shaped staircase in Hawaii.

Green U-shaped Staircase Ideas and Designs

A beautiful staircase can serve a purpose far beyond the functional, with many homeowners transforming the stairs of their home into an architectural centrepiece. Statement staircases will wow your guests – less of a staircase than a showcase – and you may only need to keep the stairs clean and balustrades and newels polished to have a focal point to your decor. For a real talking point, modern staircases make use of non-traditional materials like glass and steel. Planning a new stair can be big projects, but if you’re undergoing a loft conversion, loft stairs are an essential part of your renovation and you’ll need to think carefully about how they will fit into your home. Browsing through inspiring photos of staircases and find pictures who will help you to choose the right design.

How do I choose a new staircase design?

In terms of renovation, replacing staircases is a big decision and must be considered as carefully as replacing a structural wall. If your current staircase is badly positioned then it may be worth the investment in a new flight. A standard straight staircase can be bought virtually out of the box, but for real excitement you may want to look into bespoke staircase design, including ideas custom handrails. This could certainly be the case when it comes to loft stairs as you’ll need something that fits with your area and space below. Storage staircases can be a great option for a small room – drawers or doors can pull out from the side of the staircase, utilising the space under it, or the stairs themselves can serve as drawers and cubbies. Spiral staircases are clever and can make a stunning feature in every room – choose a winding spiral staircase for smaller rooms or a sweeping one if you have the room for dramatic appeal. Glass railings are ideal if you have a preference for light and spacious interiors. If you have a more traditional wooden flight of stairs already in place, then you can add a more modern feel by opting for a sheet glass balustrade. Open stairs, an alternating tread or a floating staircase are great additions to any home but may be out of the question if you have small children.

How should I decorate my staircase?

Despite the fact that the stairs can be one of the most frequently used areas of your home, they are often overlooked when it comes to a home redesign. Your staircase, much like your hallway, can be an opportunity to inject some colour or personality into your overall design scheme and an update can be as simple as putting a lick of paint on the spindles or stripping off the worn carpet to reveal the beautiful hardwood treads beneath. If you want to keep some cushioning, then stair runners are a popular design choice, as they draw the eyes upward and add a flash of colour or pattern whilst offering plenty of grip. That said, ensure stair runners are properly fitted to avoid any missteps! A nice touch to connect staircases to the hallway they lead to is choosing a complementary rug or floor runner that echoes the colour scheme of the stair runner. If your staircase is alongside a wall, make the most of that space with attractive wallpaper, framed pictures and artwork. Stair spindles are a decorative element in their own right but you can jazz them up by painting them in a multi-tonal palette of complementary colours or graduating between dark and light. Putting a nice chandelier over a staircase can add a final, dramatic touch; if you prefer a more subtle way, consider recessed floor-level lighting for an atmospheric glow.

How should I install loft stairs?

Luckily, there is no minimum width for staircases. If you have a loft conversion stair that are less than one metre wide then you should have a handrail on at least one side. If you’re wondering about how steep your steps can be, then the maximum rise according to Building Regulations Part K is 220mm and all steps should be the same size and level. If you’re worried about crowding your foyer below your loft, there are options that are light and ladder-like so not much space is used, but they will still be more sturdy and safe than normal ladders. You must have two metres headroom at the top of your loft stairs, too, to ensure entering the lost space is not dangerous. A spiral staircase may be the best option for a small room, but remember that the staircase will be narrower and could be more dangerous for young children or older users.The building regulations for spiral staircases are slightly different – if you’re going to use a spiral staircase as loft conversion stairs and it’s only a secondary staircase leading to one room, then the stair treads themselves must be 60mm wide and no more than 145mm in length.
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